{"title":"Meteorites","description":"\u003cp\u003eOwn a true piece of cosmic history with our collection of authentic meteorites and planetary gemstones. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"planetary-gemstones","title":"Planetary Gemstones","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite Planetary Gemstones Gift Box offers a stunning and educational tribute to our solar system. Each polished gemstone is carefully selected to represent a planet, with their relative sizes depicted. Discover the celestial beauty of each planet through its unique gemstone:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMercury:\u003c\/b\u003e Labradorite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVenus:\u003c\/b\u003e White Quartz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEarth:\u003c\/b\u003e Sodalite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMars:\u003c\/b\u003e Mahogany Obsidian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eJupiter:\u003c\/b\u003e Tiger’s Eye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSaturn:\u003c\/b\u003e Yellow Calcite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUranus:\u003c\/b\u003e Amazonite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNeptune:\u003c\/b\u003e Blue Cat’s Eye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePluto:\u003c\/b\u003e Poppy Jasper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven though Pluto is now classified as a dwarf planet, its inclusion honours its presence in our solar system, with its orbit around the Sun and its own intriguing moons. This gift box is perfect for astronomy enthusiasts, gemstone collectors, or anyone who appreciates the wonders of the universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22cm x 5.5cm x 5cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Science \u0026 Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48682350346486,"sku":"033009","price":39.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/1_d0138609-c6da-4d7b-ad88-88351817bebb.jpg?v=1752915588"},{"product_id":"tumbled-tektite","title":"Tumbled Tektite- Small (Assorted)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFormed in the seconds following a hypervelocity meteorite impact, tektites are a unique form of natural glass.\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eThey are ejected from the Earth's crust following a meteorite impact, propelled into the atmosphere before solidifying and falling back to the surface. They are often considered \"secondary\" meteorites. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeological and Chemical Composition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike obsidian, which is volcanic glass, tektites are classified as impact glasses or impactites. Their chemical signature is distinctively different from terrestrial rocks, showing a composition that is an amalgamation of target rock from the impact site and vaporized meteorite material. They are primarily composed of silica (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex-html\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003ei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"msupsub\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-t vlist-t2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-r\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pstrut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sizing reset-size6 size3 mtight\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mtight\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-s\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-r\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), with trace amounts of aluminium (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex-html\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003el\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"msupsub\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-t vlist-t2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-r\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pstrut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sizing reset-size6 size3 mtight\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mtight\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-s\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-r\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"msupsub\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-t vlist-t2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-r\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pstrut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sizing reset-size6 size3 mtight\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mtight\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-s\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-r\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), iron oxide (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex-html\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003ee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), and other elements. The intense heat of the impact, exceeding 2,000°C, melted and vitrified the rock, creating the unique, streamlined shapes and surface textures characteristic of these specimens.\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tumbling process, while smoothing the outer surface, does not alter the fundamental internal structure or composition. Each stone offers a direct link to a past extra-terrestrial event, a fossilized moment in geological time that provides invaluable data for planetary science and geochronology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note, the price is per tumbled tektite. The images show some of the specimens available. You will receive just one tektite which will be selected at random. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe size of each tektite varies in measurement, however each measures on average between 2.5-3.5cm, and weighs approximately 12-16g. \u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Geo Discoveries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48987472789750,"sku":"11590","price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/20260320_134509.jpg?v=1773978679"},{"product_id":"impactite-darwin-glass-australian-moldavite-816-000-years-ago","title":"Darwin Glass Meteorite Impact Melt (Tasmania- 816,000 Years Old) 26g","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginating from a powerful meteorite impact approximately 816,000 years ago\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDarwin Crater, Western Tasmania, Australia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImpact Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Darwin Crater strewn field is centred around the 1.2 km impact crater in western Tasmania, covering an extensive area of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eover 400 square kilometres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, varying in size from tiny grains to larger, rare chunks, making it the most abundant impact glass on Earth relative to its source\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeteorite Classification: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Often referred to as \"Australian Moldavite\" for its similar formation process and glassy composition, Darwin Glass is a geologically distinct material with its own unique characteristics and scientific significance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormed when the immense energy of the extra-terrestrial impact melted the local Siluro-Devonian quartzite and slate, Darwin Glass is a natural glass or \"impactite.\" Its chemical makeup is a fascinating blend of the melted terrestrial rock and trace amounts of extra-terrestrial material from the impacting body. The rapid cooling of this molten debris as it was ejected high into the atmosphere created the distinct forms of this rare material. While some pieces are a translucent olive-green, others are a darker, more opaque black, with the darker varieties often containing a higher concentration of the meteorite's own material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eDarwin Glass is a crucial subject of study for planetary scientists and geologists, as it offers a physical record of a hypervelocity impact event. Inclusions of ancient organic matter, such as preserved plant material, have been discovered within the glass, providing invaluable insights into the prehistoric environment of Tasmania. This unique property has also made it a subject of research for the theory of panspermia, which speculates on the possibility of life being transported between planets via impact-ejected material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInteresting Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Due to its limited and protected locality, Darwin Glass is a highly sought-after specimen for collectors and researchers alike. It represents a rare link to a cataclysmic cosmic event, offering a window into both the history of our planet and the wider solar system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Measurements: \u003c\/strong\u003e5cm x 3.5cm x 2cm\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Weight: \u003c\/strong\u003e26g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox Dimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Geo Discoveries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48987478655222,"sku":"DAR002","price":250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/DarwinGlass_1.jpg?v=1773970097"},{"product_id":"campo-del-cielo-meteorite-4-500-years-old","title":"Campo Del Cielo Meteorite (Argentina- 4,500 Years Old)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCampo del Cielo\u003c\/strong\u003e is an iconic group of iron meteorites that fell to Earth approximately 4,500 years ago in what is now Argentina. The name, which translates from Spanish as \"Field of the Sky,\" was given to the area by Spanish conquistadors who were directed there by local indigenous people who had long used the metallic fragments for tools and weapons. The strewn field, which is one of the largest in the world, covers a 3km x 18.5km area on the border of the Chaco and Santiago del Estero provinces and contains at least 26 known impact craters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chemical composition of these meteorites is predominantly iron (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003ee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e) at approximately 92.6% and nickel (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003ei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e) at 6.7%, with trace amounts of cobalt (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), phosphorus (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), and other elements like gallium (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003ea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e) and germanium (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003ee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e). The massive parent meteoroid, estimated to have weighed over 600 tons before atmospheric entry, fragmented upon impact, creating the widely distributed crater field and meteorite shower. Campo del Cielo represents one of the most substantial meteorite discoveries in history, offering a tangible piece of the early solar system's formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Significance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExtraordinary Composition:\u003c\/b\u003e These are true iron meteorites, composed primarily of iron (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003ee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e) and nickel (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003ei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), with trace elements that confirm their extra-terrestrial origin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen cut and etched, specimens reveal the stunning \u003cb\u003eWidmanstätten pattern\u003c\/b\u003e—an intricate, cross-hatched crystal structure that could only form over millions of years of cooling in the vacuum of space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a collector, a science enthusiast, or someone fascinated by the universe, a Campo del Cielo meteorite offers a profound and beautiful connection to the Cosmos. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case, In-depth brochure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note: The price is per meteorite, the size and appearance of each specimen differs slightly and may not be exactly the same as what is pictured. Item will be selected at random.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Geo Discoveries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48987490156790,"sku":"11592","price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/Campo.jpg?v=1773971710"},{"product_id":"nwa-869-meteorite","title":"NWA 869 Meteorite (Sahara Desert- 2000)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscovered in the Sahara Desert of Northwest Africa around the year 2000, this meteorite is an excellent example of a \u003cb\u003echondrite\u003c\/b\u003e, the most common type of stony meteorite. It is from an unobserved fall that has probably lain for many thousands of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NWA 869 is officially classified as an L3–6 chondrite. L-Type indicates that the meteorite has a low iron content compared to other chondrites. The 3–6 range signifies that the meteorite is a breccia, a type of rock made from fragments of other rocks cemented together. The various numbers represent different degrees of thermal metamorphism (heating) the pieces experienced on their parent asteroid. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis meteorite offers a window into the building blocks of our solar system. Chondrites are considered \"primitive\" because they contain chondrules—tiny, spherical grains formed from molten rock droplets in the solar nebula. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNWA869 formed about 4.5–4.6 billion years ago, making this piece older than any terrestrial rock and contemporaneous with the birth of the solar system. It was once part of a primitive asteroid that once orbited in the main asteroid belt before being redirected toward Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an estimated total known weight of over 2 metric tons for the entire meteorite impact, NWA 869 is a readily available and highly sought-after meteorite for collectors and science enthusiasts alike. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a collector, a science enthusiast, or someone fascinated by the universe, a NWA 869 meteorite offers a profound and beautiful connection to the Cosmos. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emeteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case, In-depth brochure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note: The price is per meteorite, the size and appearance of each differs slightly and may not be exactly the same as what is in the picture.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem will be selected at random.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Geo Discoveries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48987500478710,"sku":"11593","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/NWA.jpg?v=1773971760"},{"product_id":"campo-del-cielo-meteorite","title":"Campo Del Cielo Meteorite (Argentina 4,500 Years Old) 100g","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCampo del Cielo\u003c\/strong\u003e is an iconic group of iron meteorites that fell to Earth approximately 4,500 years ago in what is now Argentina. The name, which translates from Spanish as \"Field of the Sky,\" was given to the area by Spanish conquistadors who were directed there by local indigenous people who had long used the metallic fragments for tools and weapons. The strewn field, which is one of the largest in the world, covers a 3km x 18.5km area on the border of the Chaco and Santiago del Estero provinces and contains at least 26 known impact craters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chemical composition of these meteorites is predominantly iron (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003ee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e) at approximately 92.6% and nickel (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003ei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e) at 6.7%, with trace amounts of cobalt (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), phosphorus (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), and other elements like gallium (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003ea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e) and germanium (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eG\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003ee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e). The massive parent meteoroid, estimated to have weighed over 600 tons before atmospheric entry, fragmented upon impact, creating the widely distributed crater field and meteorite shower. Campo del Cielo represents one of the most substantial meteorite discoveries in history, offering a tangible piece of the early solar system's formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Significance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eExtraordinary Composition:\u003c\/b\u003e These are true iron meteorites, composed primarily of iron (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003ee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e) and nickel (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"katex-html\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eN\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003ei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), with trace elements that confirm their extra-terrestrial origin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen cut and etched, specimens reveal the stunning \u003cb\u003eWidmanstätten pattern\u003c\/b\u003e—an intricate, cross-hatched crystal structure that could only form over millions of years of cooling in the vacuum of space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a collector, a science enthusiast, or someone fascinated by the universe, a Campo del Cielo meteorite offers a profound and beautiful connection to the Cosmos. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeteorite specimen weighs 100g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 4cm x 3cm x 3cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrice is per meteorite, size and appearance of each differs slightly. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeteorite has been polished and has minor residual protectant oil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo in stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Geo Discoveries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49231732932854,"sku":"11594","price":270.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/CampoDelCielo1.jpg?v=1761371094"},{"product_id":"wolfe-creek-shale-ball-meteorite-western-australia-1947-60g","title":"Wolfe Creek Shale Ball Meteorite (Western Australia-1947) 60g","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHold a piece of Australia’s impact history in your hand with this Wolfe Creek Meteorite shale ball. Originating from the famous Wolfe Creek impact crater in Western Australia, this specimen formed from an ancient nickel‑iron meteorite that struck the desert tens of thousands of years ago. Discovered in the crater field after its scientific identification in 1947, these “shale balls” are prized for their direct link to one of the world’s best‑preserved impact craters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis Wolfe Creek meteorite shale ball is a weathered fragment of the IIIAB nickel‑iron meteorite responsible for forming the Wolfe Creek impact structure in Western Australia. The crater, roughly 875m in diameter and about 60m deep, preserves ejecta and meteoritic debris from a high‑velocity impact that occurred tens of thousands of years ago. Over geological time, portions of the original metallic core oxidised and fractured near the surface, producing rounded “shale balls” composed mainly of iron oxides, hydroxides, and remnant metal. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile closely related to a major meteorite fall, \"shale balls\" themselves are not meteorites but rather a consequence of the impact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis specimen measures approximately 5.1cm × 3.5cm × 2.8cm and has a weight of 60g, making it a convenient sample for teaching impact processes, meteoritic weathering, and iron meteorite geology. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis individual specimen is supplied in a protective membrane floating display case and includes a certificate of authenticity, making it a perfect gift for collectors, enthusiasts or anyone who is looking for a unique addition to their \u003cspan\u003emeteorite or geology collection, offering a tangible reminder of the powerful forces that shape our planet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49658415546614,"sku":"WOLF002","price":330.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/20251128_113850.jpg?v=1764389276"},{"product_id":"huckitta-meteorite-northern-territory-1920s","title":"Huckitta Meteorite (Northern Territory- 18,000 Years Old) 30g","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis specimen is a genuine Huckitta meteorite, a rare pallasite from Huckitta Station in the Northern Territory of Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWith an unobserved fall date, Huckitta has a suggested terrestrial age greater than 18,000 years. The specimen was found in 1924.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eHuckitta is famous as one of the largest known pallasite: a stony‑iron meteorite type that formed deep inside an asteroid where metal and silicate rock meet, making it a classic “boundary layer” sample of planetary interiors. First pieces of the Huckitta Meteorite impact site were found in the 1920s, with the huge main mass later excavated in 1937. This meteorite is now highly sought after by collectors and museums for its scientific and historical importance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis individual piece weighs 30 grams and measures approximately 40mm × 32mm × 15mm, a substantial hand‑specimen size that displays the meteorites weathered stony‑iron character. It also comes with a certificate of authenticity. It is an impressive addition for any collection focused on planetary formation, Australian meteorites, or stony‑iron types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeology:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eHuckitta is a stony‑iron meteorite of the pallasite class, meaning it formed at the boundary between the metallic core and rocky mantle of an ancient asteroid. In its fresh state, Huckitta would have contained bright green olivine crystals embedded in a nickel‑iron metal matrix; over long periods in the Central Australian desert, much of that metal has weathered to brown iron oxides while pockets of olivine remain protected inside. This gives Huckitta specimens a dense, rusted exterior with embedded silicate grains, recording both their deep‑space origin and their long exposure to Earth’s harsh surface environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis individual specimen is supplied in a protective membrane floating display case and includes a certificate of authenticity, making it a perfect gift for collectors, enthusiasts or anyone who is looking for a unique addition to their \u003cspan\u003emeteorite or geology collection, offering a tangible reminder of the powerful forces that shape our planet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49658440712438,"sku":"HUCK001","price":320.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/1_0f390830-a89f-46c9-b495-5552d9d35654.jpg?v=1764388291"},{"product_id":"mundrabilla-meteorite-western-australia-1911-35g","title":"Mundrabilla Meteorite (Western Australia-1911) 35g","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis specimen is from the famous Mundrabilla iron meteorite from Western Australia, one of the largest meteorite finds documented on Earth, with a total known weight of about 24 metric tons. Classified as an IAB medium octahedrite, Mundrabilla represents material from the metallic core region of a long‑destroyed asteroid that once orbited in the main asteroid belt before being redirected toward Earth.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Mundrabilla_meteorite\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe meteorite itself is composed predominantly of an iron‑nickel alloy (around two‑thirds to three‑quarters metal by weight) with about 7–8% nickel and minor cobalt. These phases crystallised as the parent body cooled over millions of years, producing the internal octahedrite structure and giving Mundrabilla its distinctive metallic sheen.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Mundrabilla_(meteorite)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis individual specimen weighs 35 grams and measures approximately 2.9cm x 2.3cm x 2cm. Found as part of the Mundrabilla strewn field first recognised in 1911, it is from an unobserved fall that has probably lain for many thousands of years on the Nullarbor Plain before discovery. Radiometric studies of iron meteorites indicate that material like Mundrabilla formed about 4.5–4.6 billion years ago, making this piece older than any terrestrial rock and contemporaneous with the birth of the solar system.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" class=\"inline\" href=\"https:\/\/australian.museum\/learn\/minerals\/mineral-factsheets\/mundrabilla-iron-meteorite\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Mundrabilla iron meteorite comes with a certificate of authenticity, making it suitable for serious collectors, educators, or anyone wanting a scientifically important and well‑documented meteorite from one of the world’s great iron meteorite finds. It also comes with a membrane floating display case.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49658551632118,"sku":"MUN002","price":350.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/20251128_112727.jpg?v=1764389003"},{"product_id":"lunar-meteorite-coin-0124","title":"Lunar Meteorite In Collectors Coin","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOwn a genuine piece of the Moon with this striking Lunar Meteorite collector’s coin.\u003cbr\u003eThis specimen is a feldspathic breccia lunar meteorite, found in 2017 near Tinouf, Algeria, and classified as Northwest Africa 11273.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLunar Meteorites are identified by comparing their mineralogy, chemistry, and isotopic ratios to lunar samples brought back by Apollo missions. They represent stony achondrites from the Moon’s crust, compositionally similar to Apollo samples. They represent various regions of the Moon, including highlands and maria, ejected from the Lunar surface by impact, later falling to the Earth's surface. Holding a lunar meteorite is holding a piece of Earth's closest celestial neighbour!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine lunar meteorite (feldspathic breccia) inset in coin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tinouf, Algeria – found 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoin diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 3.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified by Tom Kapitany and comes with an individual certificate of authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique number: \u003c\/strong\u003evaries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied in an attractive display case, ready for display or gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis is a rare opportunity to add an authenticated lunar meteorite to your collection in a beautifully presented format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note, the price is per lunar meteorite coin. The size and appearance of your meteorite may differ slightly to the images shown on our website. Each coin will have a unique number on the back. Product will be selected at random. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49658600456438,"sku":"LUNAR002","price":190.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/1.jpg?v=1779856411"},{"product_id":"idiwhaa-tonalitic-acasta-gneiss-meteorite-impact-melt-100g-4-billion-years-old","title":"Idiwhaa Tonalitic Acasta Gneiss- Meteorite Impact Melt (Canada- 4 Billion Years Old) 100g","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdiwhaa Tonalitic Acasta Gneiss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOwn a piece of the literal foundation of our planet. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdiwhaa Tonalitic Acasta Gneiss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a geological messenger from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHadean Eon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the first and oldest geological eon, which \u003c\/span\u003espanned from Earth's formation about 4.6 billion years ago to roughly 4.0 billion years ago.\u003cspan\u003e Characterised by a molten surface, intense volcanic activity, and constant asteroid bombardment, this era saw the creation of the Moon, the solidification of the Earth's crust, and the formation of the first oceans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFound along the banks of the Acasta River in the remote Northwest Territories of Canada, this specimen represents the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoldest known intact crustal rock on Earth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, dating back \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4.02 billion years.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Impact Melt\" Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor decades, geologists struggled to explain how such a silica-rich (tonalitic) rock could form so early in Earth’s history, long before modern plate tectonics were active. Recent ground-breaking research suggests a cosmic origin: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Impact Melt Theory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific analysis indicates that the Idiwhaa Gneiss was formed at a time when massive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emeteorite impacts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e slammed into the basaltic crust of the young Earth. The sheer kinetic energy of these rocks generated localised, extreme heat at shallow depths, melting the existing rock and allowing it to reform into the tonalitic gneiss we see today. This specimen is a physical record of the \"Late Heavy Bombardment,\" a period when our planet was under constant siege from interplanetary objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeological Background \u0026amp; Composition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe term \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Idiwhaa\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is derived from the Tlicho (Dene) word for \"ancient,\" a name bestowed upon this specific 4.02-billion-year-old unit by the indigenous people of the region and the geologists who mapped it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTonalitic Gneiss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a high-grade metamorphic rock characterized by its banded appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis specimen offers a chance to hold the very beginning of time in your own hands. It predates the existence of multi-cellular life, the formation of the modern continents, and even the oxygenation of our atmosphere. It is the ultimate cornerstone for any serious geological collection, offering a direct link to the Earths formation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDue to the extreme remoteness of the Acasta River and the scientific importance of the site, authentic samples are difficult to obtain. This specimen comes with a certificate of authenticity, and represents an exceptionally rare opportunity to own a piece of Earth's earliest history.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e14cm x 5cm x 1cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certificate of authenticity\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50081052066038,"sku":"IDI001","price":450.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/1_3ff02134-266a-4856-97c8-dcf99b0661b8.jpg?v=1773973513"},{"product_id":"idiwhaa-tonalitic-acasta-gneiss-meteorite-impact-melt-179g-4-billion-years-old","title":"Idiwhaa Tonalitic Acasta Gneiss- Meteorite Impact Melt (Canada- 4 Billion Years Old) 179g","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdiwhaa Tonalitic Acasta Gneiss\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOwn a piece of the literal foundation of our planet. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdiwhaa Tonalitic Acasta Gneiss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a geological messenger from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHadean Eon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the first and oldest geological eon, which \u003c\/span\u003espanned from Earth's formation about 4.6 billion years ago to roughly 4.0 billion years ago.\u003cspan\u003e Characterised by a molten surface, intense volcanic activity, and constant asteroid bombardment, this era saw the creation of the Moon, the solidification of the Earth's crust, and the formation of the first oceans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFound along the banks of the Acasta River in the remote Northwest Territories of Canada, this specimen represents the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoldest known intact crustal rock on Earth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, dating back \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4.02 billion years.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe \"Impact Melt\" Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor decades, geologists struggled to explain how such a silica-rich (tonalitic) rock could form so early in Earth’s history, long before modern plate tectonics were active. Recent ground-breaking research suggests a cosmic origin: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Impact Melt Theory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScientific analysis indicates that the Idiwhaa Gneiss was formed at a time when massive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emeteorite impacts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e slammed into the basaltic crust of the young Earth. The sheer kinetic energy of these rocks generated localised, extreme heat at shallow depths, melting the existing rock and allowing it to reform into the tonalitic gneiss we see today. This specimen is a physical record of the \"Late Heavy Bombardment,\" a period when our planet was under constant siege from interplanetary objects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeological Background \u0026amp; Composition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe term \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Idiwhaa\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is derived from the Tlicho (Dene) word for \"ancient,\" a name bestowed upon this specific 4.02-billion-year-old unit by the indigenous people of the region and the geologists who mapped it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTonalitic Gneiss\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a high-grade metamorphic rock characterized by its banded appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis specimen offers a chance to hold the very beginning of time in your own hands. It predates the existence of multi-cellular life, the formation of the modern continents, and even the oxygenation of our atmosphere. It is the ultimate cornerstone for any serious geological collection, offering a direct link to the Earths formation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDue to the extreme remoteness of the Acasta River and the scientific importance of the site, authentic samples are difficult to obtain. This specimen comes with a certificate of authenticity, and represents an exceptionally rare opportunity to own a piece of Earth's earliest history.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 179 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e10cm x 7.5cm x 2.2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certificate of authenticity\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50081055703286,"sku":"IDI002","price":720.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/20260320_120034.jpg?v=1773973862"},{"product_id":"huckitta-meteorite-northern-territory-18-000-years-old-48g","title":"Huckitta Meteorite (Northern Territory- 18,000 Years Old) 48g","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis specimen is a genuine Huckitta meteorite, a rare pallasite from Huckitta Station in the Northern Territory of Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWith an unobserved fall date, Huckitta has a suggested terrestrial age greater than 18,000 years. The specimen was found in 1924.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eHuckitta is famous as one of the largest known pallasite: a stony‑iron meteorite type that formed deep inside an asteroid where metal and silicate rock meet, making it a classic “boundary layer” sample of planetary interiors. First pieces of the Huckitta Meteorite impact site were found in the 1920s, with the huge main mass later excavated in 1937. This meteorite is now highly sought after by collectors and museums for its scientific and historical importance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual specimen:\u003c\/strong\u003e 48 grams, 37mm × 33mm × 26mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFloating display case:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e A certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eIt offers an impressive addition for any collection focused on planetary formation, Australian meteorites, or stony‑iron types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeology:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eHuckitta is a stony‑iron meteorite of the pallasite class, meaning it formed at the boundary between the metallic core and rocky mantle of an ancient asteroid. In its fresh state, Huckitta would have contained bright green olivine crystals embedded in a nickel‑iron metal matrix; over long periods in the Central Australian desert, much of that metal has weathered to brown iron oxides while pockets of olivine remain protected inside. This gives Huckitta specimens a dense, rusted exterior with embedded silicate grains, recording both their deep‑space origin and their long exposure to Earth’s harsh surface environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis individual specimen is supplied in a protective membrane floating display case and includes a certificate of authenticity, making it a perfect gift for collectors, enthusiasts or anyone who is looking for a unique addition to their \u003cspan\u003emeteorite or geology collection, offering a tangible reminder of the powerful forces that shape our planet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50081061011702,"sku":"HUCK002","price":490.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/20260320_122053_7531d131-3c4e-4d35-9cd6-c58391beb6f9.jpg?v=1773974383"},{"product_id":"darwin-glass-meteorite-impact-melt-13g-tasmania-816-000-years-ago","title":"Darwin Glass Meteorite Impact Melt (Tasmania- 816,000 Years Old) 13g","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginating from a powerful meteorite impact approximately 816,000 years ago\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDarwin Crater, Mount Darwin, Western Tasmania, Australia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImpact Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Darwin Crater strewn field is centred around the 1.2 km impact crater in western Tasmania, covering an extensive area of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eover 400 square kilometres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, varying in size from tiny grains to larger, rare chunks, making it the most abundant impact glass on Earth relative to its source\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeteorite Classification: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Often referred to as \"Australian Moldavite\" for its similar formation process and glassy composition, Darwin Glass is a geologically distinct material with its own unique characteristics and scientific significance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormed when the immense energy of the extra-terrestrial impact melted the local Siluro-Devonian quartzite and slate, Darwin Glass is a natural glass or \"impactite.\" Its chemical makeup is a fascinating blend of the melted terrestrial rock and trace amounts of extra-terrestrial material from the impacting body. The rapid cooling of this molten debris as it was ejected high into the atmosphere created the distinct forms of this rare material. While some pieces are a translucent olive-green, others are a darker, more opaque black, with the darker varieties often containing a higher concentration of the meteorite's own material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Significance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eDarwin Glass is a crucial subject of study for planetary scientists and geologists, as it offers a physical record of a hypervelocity impact event. Inclusions of ancient organic matter, such as preserved plant material, have been discovered within the glass, providing invaluable insights into the prehistoric environment of Tasmania. This unique property has also made it a subject of research for the theory of panspermia, which speculates on the possibility of life being transported between planets via impact-ejected material.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInteresting Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Due to its limited and protected locality, Darwin Glass is a highly sought-after specimen for collectors and researchers alike. It represents a rare link to a cataclysmic cosmic event, offering a window into both the history of our planet and the wider solar system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note, this specimen is glued to the display stand.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Measurements: \u003c\/strong\u003e13g, 3cm x 2cm x 1.5cm (without stand)\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStand measures:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.1cm (height) x 2cm x 2cm (length \u0026amp; width)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50081082212598,"sku":"DAR001","price":260.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/20260320_123851.jpg?v=1773975297"},{"product_id":"sikhote-alin-meteorite-siberia-1947-4g","title":"Sikhote-Alin Meteorite (Siberia-1947) 4g","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOwn a fragment of one of the most spectacular meteorite falls ever witnessed with this Sikhote-Alin iron meteorite. This specimen comes from the famous daylight fireball that exploded over the Sikhote-Alin Mountains in Siberia at 10:38am on February 12, 1947, showering thousands of iron fragments across the snow-covered forest. Classified as an iron coarse octahedrite, Sikhote-Alin is prized for its rugged, sculptural shapes and its direct link to a well-documented cosmic event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis individual specimen weighs \u003cstrong\u003e4 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e and measures \u003cstrong\u003e2.2cm x 1.2cm x 0.7cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, an ideal size for display whilst still showing the natural character of the iron. It is supplied in a protective membrane floating display case that measures \u003cstrong\u003e7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/strong\u003e and includes a \u003cstrong\u003ecertificate of authenticity\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a perfect gift for collectors, enthusiasts or anyone who wants a genuine rock from space, documented from the Sikhote-Alin fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50081084932342,"sku":"SIK003","price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/20260320_125331.jpg?v=1773976035"},{"product_id":"martian-meteorite-coin","title":"Martian Meteorite In Collectors Coin","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOwn a genuine piece of Mars with this striking Martian Meteorite collector’s coin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThis piece serves as a physical bridge between Earth and our celestial neighbour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003ecoin features an authentic fragment of Mars- rock that was once part of the Martian crust,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e ejected into space by a cataclysmic asteroid impact millions of years ago.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Rare Cosmic Messenger (NWA 13190)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\" id=\"p-rc_61383340347dcd15-66\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-91\"\u003eThe meteorite featured in this collection is sourced from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"72\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-91\"\u003eNorthwest Africa (NWA) 13190\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-91 citation-end-91\"\u003e find.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Classified as a Shergottite, this rare type of volcanic rock is among the most coveted materials on Earth. \u003cspan class=\"citation-90\"\u003eBecause Martian meteorites account for less than \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-90\"\u003e0.1%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-90 citation-end-90\"\u003e of all meteorites ever discovered, owning even a small fragment is a privilege usually reserved for elite museums and research institutions.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This specimen has been meticulously analysed to confirm its origin, identified by a unique chemical signature and trapped gas isotopes that perfectly match the Martian atmosphere recorded by NASA's Viking landers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-89\"\u003eThis collector's item is certified, and e\u003c\/span\u003elegantly set within a custom collector's coin, protecting the delicate rock specimen. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Martian meteorite\u003c\/strong\u003e (Shergottite) inset in coin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Algeria – found 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified by Tom Kapitany and comes with an individual, numbered certificate of authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied in an attractive display case, ready for display or gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 41g including coin \u0026amp; display case\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoin Measurements: \u003c\/strong\u003e3.8cm diameter x 2mm thick coin\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Measurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3mm x 3mm x 3mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis is a rare opportunity to add an authenticated Martian meteorite to your collection in a beautifully presented format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note, the price is per coin. Meteorite specimen may vary slightly from the images displayed. Each coin will have a unique number on the back.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50081514586358,"sku":"MAR001","price":250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/20260313_114604_a811cc78-4db2-4795-8e15-f322034469cc.jpg?v=1773971463"},{"product_id":"wolfe-creek-shale-ball-meteorite-western-australia-1947-66g","title":"Wolfe Creek Shale Ball Meteorite (Western Australia-1947) 66g","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHold a piece of Australia’s impact history in your hand with this Wolfe Creek Meteorite shale ball. Originating from the famous Wolfe Creek impact crater in Western Australia, this specimen formed from an ancient nickel‑iron meteorite that struck the desert tens of thousands of years ago. Discovered in the crater field after its scientific identification in 1947, these “shale balls” are prized for their direct link to one of the world’s best‑preserved impact craters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis Wolfe Creek meteorite shale ball is a weathered fragment of the IIIAB nickel‑iron meteorite responsible for forming the Wolfe Creek impact structure in Western Australia. The crater, roughly 875m in diameter and about 60m deep, preserves ejecta and meteoritic debris from a high‑velocity impact that occurred tens of thousands of years ago. Over geological time, portions of the original metallic core oxidised and fractured near the surface, producing rounded “shale balls” composed mainly of iron oxides, hydroxides, and remnant metal. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile closely related to a major meteorite fall, \"shale balls\" themselves are not meteorites but rather a consequence of the impact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen:\u003c\/strong\u003e 66g, 5.2cm x 3.8cm x 2.1cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFloating display case: \u003c\/strong\u003e7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis individual specimen is supplied in a protective membrane floating display case and includes a certificate of authenticity, making it a perfect gift for collectors, enthusiasts or anyone who is looking for a unique addition to their \u003cspan\u003emeteorite or geology collection, offering a tangible reminder of the powerful forces that shape our planet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50081580810486,"sku":"WOLF003","price":360.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/20260320_124544.jpg?v=1773975748"},{"product_id":"lunar-meteorite-rare-3cm","title":"Lunar Meteorite- Rare (3cm)","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOwn a genuine piece of the Moon with this \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic Lunar Meteorite\u003c\/strong\u003e. Ejected from the lunar surface by an asteroid impact and eventually pulled in by Earth's gravity, this specimen was discovered in Algeria in 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLunar Meteorites are identified by comparing their mineralogy, chemistry, and isotopic ratios to lunar samples brought back by Apollo missions. They represent stony achondrites from the Moon’s crust, compositionally similar to Apollo samples. They represent various regions of the Moon, including highlands and maria, ejected from the Lunar surface by impact, later falling to the Earth's surface. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eUnlike the Apollo samples, which remain property of the U.S. government, \"Bechar\" meteorites are among the few legal ways for private collectors to own lunar material. This specimen is a Lunar Feldspathic Breccia, characterized by its complex mixture of rock fragments and minerals fused together during high-velocity impacts on the Moon's surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Highlights \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Found in the Bechar region of Algeria, 2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"\u003eClassification:\u003c\/b\u003e Lunar Meteorite (Feldspathic Breccia)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e An impressive \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"22\" data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e4.67 grams\u003c\/b\u003e—a substantial size for lunar material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 3cm x 1cm x 1cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5,4,0\"\u003eVisual Appearance:\u003c\/b\u003e This specimen exhibits a fascinating orange-tan weathered exterior with visible grey and white clasts (rock fragments) typical of the lunar highlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003eProfessional Framing:\u003c\/b\u003e The meteorite comes beautifully framed, creating a stunning \"floating\" effect that allows for clear viewing from multiple angles while protecting it from dust and handling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity:\u003c\/b\u003e Peace of mind is paramount when collecting extra-terrestrial material. This specimen is accompanied by a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"133\" data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003eCertificate of Authenticity\u003c\/b\u003e, ensuring its scientific classification as genuine lunar material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50083048030454,"sku":"LUNAR003","price":795.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/20260320_113710.jpg?v=1773972917"},{"product_id":"wiluna-meteorite-western-australia-1967-12g","title":"Wiluna Meteorite (Western Australia- 1967) 12g","description":"\u003cp id=\"p-rc_e0bada2115d1be2d-76\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eOwn a piece of West Australian history with this authentic \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"59\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eWiluna Meteorite\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"citation-118\"\u003eUnlike many meteorites that are found centuries after they land, the Wiluna is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-118\"\u003ewitnessed fall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-118 citation-end-118\"\u003e, meaning it was seen streaking across the sky before being recovered.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"3\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-117\"\u003eOn the night of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-117\"\u003eSeptember 2, 1967\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-117 citation-end-117\"\u003e, a brilliant fireball lit up the sky over the remote township of Wiluna in Western Australia, followed by loud sonic \"crackling\" and \"hissing\" sounds that were heard by nearly the entire local population. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-117 citation-end-117\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-116\"\u003eThis specimen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-116 citation-end-116\"\u003e is a complete individual stone recovered from the resulting meteorite shower, which scattered an estimated 500 to 1,000 stones across an 8km area east of the town. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeological Profile: The H5 Chondrite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Wiluna meteorite is scientifically classified as an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eH5 Ordinary Chondrite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is an olivine-bronzite chondrite, rich in iron (approximately 24%) and scattered with small, visible silicate spheres known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003echondrules\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFusion Crust:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This specimen typically features a beautiful, dark \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efusion crust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a \"space-charred\" skin formed by the intense heat of friction as the rock plummeted through Earth’s atmosphere at supersonic speeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eBecause it was recovered shortly after its fall, the Wiluna meteorite is remarkably fresh and well-preserved, making it a favourite for both researchers and serious collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case, In-depth information sheet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual Specimen:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e3cm x 1.6cm x 2cm, 12g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFloating Display Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50083059564790,"sku":"WIL001","price":380.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/20260320_122822.jpg?v=1773974820"},{"product_id":"nantan-meteorite-19g-china-1516","title":"Nantan Meteorite (China- 1516) 19g","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBring a piece of cosmic history into your collection with this genuine Nantan meteorite specimen. This nickel–iron meteorite fell near Nantan in Guangxi, China, in an observed fall dating back to around 1516 and was rediscovered in 1958 during searches for iron ore. Classified as an IAB‑MG coarse octahedrite, the Nantan fall produced an estimated total known weight of about 9,500 kg. A striking fragment of 4.5‑billion‑year‑old metal from the asteroid belt, this Nantan meteorite is a tangible reminder of our solar system’s violent early history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Nantan meteorite fragmented during atmospheric entry, scattering debris over a strewn field approximately 28 km long and 8 km wide. There is no single, large impact crater, as the object broke apart before a single mass hit the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual Specimen:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19g, 3.1cm x 1.8cm x 1cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFloating Display Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case, In-depth information sheet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50083941318902,"sku":"NAN004","price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/20260320_131819.jpg?v=1773977361"},{"product_id":"wiluna-meteorite-western-australia-1967-4g","title":"Wiluna Meteorite (Western Australia- 1967) 4g","description":"\u003cp id=\"p-rc_e0bada2115d1be2d-76\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eOwn a piece of West Australian history with this authentic \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"59\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eWiluna Meteorite\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"citation-118\"\u003eUnlike many meteorites that are found centuries after they land, the Wiluna is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-118\"\u003ewitnessed fall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-118 citation-end-118\"\u003e, meaning it was seen streaking across the sky before being recovered.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"3\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-117\"\u003eOn the night of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-117\"\u003eSeptember 2, 1967\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-117 citation-end-117\"\u003e, a brilliant fireball lit up the sky over the remote township of Wiluna in Western Australia, followed by loud sonic \"crackling\" and \"hissing\" sounds that were heard by nearly the entire local population. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-117 citation-end-117\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-116\"\u003eThis specimen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-116 citation-end-116\"\u003e is a complete individual stone recovered from the resulting meteorite shower, which scattered an estimated 500 to 1,000 stones across an 8km area east of the town. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeological Profile: The H5 Chondrite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Wiluna meteorite is scientifically classified as an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eH5 Ordinary Chondrite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is an olivine-bronzite chondrite, rich in iron (approximately 24%) and scattered with small, visible silicate spheres known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003echondrules\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFusion Crust:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This specimen typically features a beautiful, dark \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efusion crust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a \"space-charred\" skin formed by the intense heat of friction as the rock plummeted through Earth’s atmosphere at supersonic speeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eBecause it was recovered shortly after its fall, the Wiluna meteorite is remarkably fresh and well-preserved, making it a favourite for both researchers and serious collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case, In-depth information sheet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual Specimen:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e2.8cm x 1cm x 1cm, 4g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFloating Display Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50120213168374,"sku":"WIL002","price":130.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/20260320_121234.jpg?v=1773976904"},{"product_id":"sikhote-alin-meteorite-siberia-1947-5-1g","title":"Sikhote-Alin Meteorite (Siberia-1947) 5.1g","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOwn a fragment of one of the most spectacular meteorite falls ever witnessed with this Sikhote-Alin iron meteorite. This specimen comes from the famous daylight fireball that exploded over the Sikhote-Alin Mountains in Siberia at 10:38am on February 12, 1947, showering thousands of iron fragments across the snow-covered forest. Classified as an iron coarse octahedrite, Sikhote-Alin is prized for its rugged, sculptural shapes and its direct link to a well-documented cosmic event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis individual specimen weighs 5.1 grams and measures 2cm x 1.4cm x 0.7cm, an ideal size for display whilst still showing the natural character of the iron. It is supplied in a protective membrane floating display case and includes a certificate of authenticity, making it a perfect gift for collectors, enthusiasts or anyone who wants a genuine rock from space, documented from the Sikhote-Alin fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730708402422,"sku":"SIK005","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/2_883146a9-6224-4d3a-a43a-34a3240ea315.jpg?v=1779849647"},{"product_id":"sikhote-alin-meteorite-siberia-1947-5g","title":"Sikhote-Alin Meteorite (Siberia-1947) 5g","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eOwn a fragment of one of the most spectacular meteorite falls ever witnessed with this Sikhote-Alin iron meteorite. This specimen comes from the famous daylight fireball that exploded over the Sikhote-Alin Mountains in Siberia at 10:38am on February 12, 1947, showering thousands of iron fragments across the snow-covered forest. Classified as an iron coarse octahedrite, Sikhote-Alin is prized for its rugged, sculptural shapes and its direct link to a well-documented cosmic event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis individual specimen weighs 5 grams and measures 2.4cm x 1.7cm x 0.5cm, an ideal size for display whilst still showing the natural character of the iron. It is supplied in a protective membrane floating display case and includes a certificate of authenticity, making it a perfect gift for collectors, enthusiasts or anyone who wants a genuine rock from space, documented from the Sikhote-Alin fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730717479158,"sku":"SIK006","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/1_9766c569-e5f9-430b-880b-94be801c915d.jpg?v=1779849273"},{"product_id":"mundrabilla-meteorite-western-australia-1911-9g","title":"Mundrabilla Meteorite (Western Australia-1911) 9g","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis specimen is from the famous Mundrabilla iron meteorite from Western Australia, one of the largest meteorite finds documented on Earth, with a total known weight of about 24 metric tons. Classified as an IAB medium octahedrite, Mundrabilla represents material from the metallic core region of a long‑destroyed asteroid that once orbited in the main asteroid belt before being redirected toward Earth.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Mundrabilla_meteorite\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe meteorite itself is composed predominantly of an iron‑nickel alloy (around two‑thirds to three‑quarters metal by weight) with about 7–8% nickel and minor cobalt. These phases crystallised as the parent body cooled over millions of years, producing the internal octahedrite structure and giving Mundrabilla its distinctive metallic sheen.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Mundrabilla_(meteorite)\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis individual specimen weighs 9 grams and measures approximately 2.1cm x 1.2cm x 1.0 cm. Found as part of the Mundrabilla strewn field first recognised in 1911, it is from an unobserved fall that has probably lain for many thousands of years on the Nullarbor Plain before discovery. Radiometric studies of iron meteorites indicate that material like Mundrabilla formed about 4.5–4.6 billion years ago, making this piece older than any terrestrial rock and contemporaneous with the birth of the solar system.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/australian.museum\/learn\/minerals\/mineral-factsheets\/mundrabilla-iron-meteorite\/\" class=\"inline\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cspan data-state=\"closed\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Mundrabilla iron meteorite comes with a certificate of authenticity, making it suitable for serious collectors, educators, or anyone wanting a scientifically important and well‑documented meteorite from one of the world’s great iron meteorite finds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730720493814,"sku":"MUN003","price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/1_a1aed4a1-236e-42b5-9b44-c60dae2225a3.jpg?v=1782436565"},{"product_id":"huckitta-meteorite-northern-territory-18-000-years-old-42g","title":"Huckitta Meteorite (Northern Territory- 18,000 Years Old) 42g","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis specimen is a genuine Huckitta meteorite, a rare pallasite from Huckitta Station in the Northern Territory of Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWith an unobserved fall date, Huckitta has a suggested terrestrial age greater than 18,000 years. The specimen was found in 1924.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eHuckitta is famous as one of the largest known pallasite: a stony‑iron meteorite type that formed deep inside an asteroid where metal and silicate rock meet, making it a classic “boundary layer” sample of planetary interiors. First pieces of the Huckitta Meteorite impact site were found in the 1920s, with the huge main mass later excavated in 1937. This meteorite is now highly sought after by collectors and museums for its scientific and historical importance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual specimen:\u003c\/strong\u003e 42 grams, 4.5cm × 4cm × 2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFloating display case:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e A certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eIt offers an impressive addition for any collection focused on planetary formation, Australian meteorites, or stony‑iron types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeology:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eHuckitta is a stony‑iron meteorite of the pallasite class, meaning it formed at the boundary between the metallic core and rocky mantle of an ancient asteroid. In its fresh state, Huckitta would have contained bright green olivine crystals embedded in a nickel‑iron metal matrix; over long periods in the Central Australian desert, much of that metal has weathered to brown iron oxides while pockets of olivine remain protected inside. This gives Huckitta specimens a dense, rusted exterior with embedded silicate grains, recording both their deep‑space origin and their long exposure to Earth’s harsh surface environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis individual specimen is supplied in a protective membrane floating display case and includes a certificate of authenticity, making it a perfect gift for collectors, enthusiasts or anyone who is looking for a unique addition to their \u003cspan\u003emeteorite or geology collection, offering a tangible reminder of the powerful forces that shape our planet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730723868918,"sku":"HUCK003","price":440.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/0.5.jpg?v=1779850692"},{"product_id":"huckitta-meteorite-northern-territory-18-000-years-old-25g","title":"Huckitta Meteorite (Northern Territory- 18,000 Years Old) 25g","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis specimen is a genuine Huckitta meteorite, a rare pallasite from Huckitta Station in the Northern Territory of Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWith an unobserved fall date, Huckitta has a suggested terrestrial age greater than 18,000 years. The specimen was found in 1924.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eHuckitta is famous as one of the largest known pallasite: a stony‑iron meteorite type that formed deep inside an asteroid where metal and silicate rock meet, making it a classic “boundary layer” sample of planetary interiors. First pieces of the Huckitta Meteorite impact site were found in the 1920s, with the huge main mass later excavated in 1937. This meteorite is now highly sought after by collectors and museums for its scientific and historical importance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual specimen:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 grams, 5.8cm × 2.6cm × 1cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFloating display case:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e A certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eIt offers an impressive addition for any collection focused on planetary formation, Australian meteorites, or stony‑iron types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeology:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eHuckitta is a stony‑iron meteorite of the pallasite class, meaning it formed at the boundary between the metallic core and rocky mantle of an ancient asteroid. In its fresh state, Huckitta would have contained bright green olivine crystals embedded in a nickel‑iron metal matrix; over long periods in the Central Australian desert, much of that metal has weathered to brown iron oxides while pockets of olivine remain protected inside. This gives Huckitta specimens a dense, rusted exterior with embedded silicate grains, recording both their deep‑space origin and their long exposure to Earth’s harsh surface environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis individual specimen is supplied in a protective membrane floating display case and includes a certificate of authenticity, making it a perfect gift for collectors, enthusiasts or anyone who is looking for a unique addition to their \u003cspan\u003emeteorite or geology collection, offering a tangible reminder of the powerful forces that shape our planet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730733371638,"sku":"HUCK004","price":270.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/5_17cbf808-b7fd-4b7f-b702-cdc121c7f4de.jpg?v=1779850206"},{"product_id":"wiluna-meteorite-western-australia-1967-14g","title":"Wiluna Meteorite (Western Australia- 1967) 14g","description":"\u003cp id=\"p-rc_e0bada2115d1be2d-76\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eOwn a piece of West Australian history with this authentic \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"59\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eWiluna Meteorite\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"citation-118\"\u003eUnlike many meteorites that are found centuries after they land, the Wiluna is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-118\"\u003ewitnessed fall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-118 citation-end-118\"\u003e, meaning it was seen streaking across the sky before being recovered.\u003csup data-turn-source-index=\"3\" class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-117\"\u003eOn the night of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-117\"\u003eSeptember 2, 1967\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-117 citation-end-117\"\u003e, a brilliant fireball lit up the sky over the remote township of Wiluna in Western Australia, followed by loud sonic \"crackling\" and \"hissing\" sounds that were heard by nearly the entire local population. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-117 citation-end-117\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-116\"\u003eThis specimen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-116 citation-end-116\"\u003e is a complete individual stone recovered from the resulting meteorite shower, which scattered an estimated 500 to 1,000 stones across an 8km area east of the town. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeological Profile: The H5 Chondrite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Wiluna meteorite is scientifically classified as an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eH5 Ordinary Chondrite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It is an olivine-bronzite chondrite, rich in iron (approximately 24%) and scattered with small, visible silicate spheres known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003echondrules\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFusion Crust:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This specimen typically features a beautiful, dark \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efusion crust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a \"space-charred\" skin formed by the intense heat of friction as the rock plummeted through Earth’s atmosphere at supersonic speeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eBecause it was recovered shortly after its fall, the Wiluna meteorite is remarkably fresh and well-preserved, making it a favourite for both researchers and serious collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case, In-depth information sheet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual Specimen:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003e3cm x 2.7cm x 1.4cm, 14g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFloating Display Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730745889014,"sku":"WIL003","price":450.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/2_7c02b199-abca-4b8b-ba8b-21738ac4f0e2.jpg?v=1779855683"},{"product_id":"nantan-meteorite-83g-china-1516","title":"Nantan Meteorite (China- 1516) 83g","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBring a piece of cosmic history into your collection with this genuine Nantan meteorite specimen. This nickel–iron meteorite fell near Nantan in Guangxi, China, in an observed fall dating back to around 1516 and was rediscovered in 1958 during searches for iron ore. Classified as an IAB‑MG coarse octahedrite, the Nantan fall produced an estimated total known weight of about 9,500 kg. A striking fragment of 4.5‑billion‑year‑old metal from the asteroid belt, this Nantan meteorite is a tangible reminder of our solar system’s violent early history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Nantan meteorite fragmented during atmospheric entry, scattering debris over a strewn field approximately 28 km long and 8 km wide. There is no single, large impact crater, as the object broke apart before a single mass hit the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual Specimen:\u003c\/strong\u003e 83g, 3.5cm x 3.3m x 2.2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFloating Display Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case, In-depth information sheet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730754244854,"sku":"NAN006","price":420.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/1_faa02e51-1d19-4bfc-8239-1ba9254f9478.jpg?v=1782435544"},{"product_id":"nantan-meteorite-88g-china-1516","title":"Nantan Meteorite (China- 1516) 88g","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBring a piece of cosmic history into your collection with this genuine Nantan meteorite specimen. This nickel–iron meteorite fell near Nantan in Guangxi, China, in an observed fall dating back to around 1516 and was rediscovered in 1958 during searches for iron ore. Classified as an IAB‑MG coarse octahedrite, the Nantan fall produced an estimated total known weight of about 9,500 kg. A striking fragment of 4.5‑billion‑year‑old metal from the asteroid belt, this Nantan meteorite is a tangible reminder of our solar system’s violent early history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Nantan meteorite fragmented during atmospheric entry, scattering debris over a strewn field approximately 28 km long and 8 km wide. There is no single, large impact crater, as the object broke apart before a single mass hit the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual Specimen:\u003c\/strong\u003e 88g, 4.4cm x 2.5cm x 2.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFloating Display Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case, In-depth information sheet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730772857078,"sku":"NAN007","price":440.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/1_7ddfa635-fcc9-4ed9-ada6-9c14e8c653be.jpg?v=1782436006"},{"product_id":"gebel-kamil-meteorite-in-collectors-coin-egypt-5000-years","title":"Gebel Kamil Meteorite In Collectors Coin (Egypt \u003c 5000 Years Old)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eOwn a fragment of an Egyptian meteorite impact with this remarkable Gebel Kamil iron meteorite. This specimen originates from a devastating crater-forming event that occurred less than 5,000 years ago in the remote East Uweinat desert of Egypt, making it one of the youngest well-preserved impact structures on Earth. The impact crater was accidentally discovered in 2009 by Italian researcher Vincenzo De Michele while viewing the East Uweinat region on Google Earth. A joint Italian-Egyptian expedition later mapped the site. The pristine 45-meter Kamil crater left behind thousands of shrapnel-like iron fragments scattered across the desert floor. \u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003eBecause of the extremely arid, isolated environment, the crater and the thousands of meteorite shards remain in pristine condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-complete=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003eGebel Kamil is classified as an \"ungrouped iron meteorite\" and specifically as an ataxite, a rare \u003c\/span\u003enickel-rich type of iron meteorite. Gebel Kamil is highly prized by collectors for its unique, wind-ablated regmaglypts. Because it is an ataxite, it does not display the classic Widmanstätten crystalline pattern found in many other iron meteorites. It contains approximately 20% nickel and about 0.75% cobalt, along with trace minerals like schreibersite and troilite. The total mass recovered weighed around 1,600 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThis individual specimen is \u003cspan class=\"citation-89\"\u003ee\u003c\/span\u003elegantly set within a custom collector's coin, protecting the delicate rock specimen. It is supplied in a protective membrane floating display case and includes a certificate of authenticity, making it a perfect gift for collectors, science enthusiasts, or anyone who wants to hold a genuine, rare piece of space history discovered in the sands of Egypt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\" id=\"p-rc_61383340347dcd15-66\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Gebel Kamil meteorite\u003c\/strong\u003e inset in coin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e East Uweinat Desert, Egypt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate Found:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19th February, 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified by Tom Kapitany and comes with an individual, numbered certificate of authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied in an attractive display case, ready for display or gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27g (coin)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoin Measurements: \u003c\/strong\u003e4.5cm diameter x 3mm thick coin\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Measurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 1cm x 0.7cm x 0.3cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis is a rare opportunity to add an authenticated Egyptian meteorite to your collection in a beautifully presented format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note, the price is per meteorite coin. The size and appearance of your meteorite may differ slightly to the images shown on our website. Each coin will have a unique number on the back. Product will be selected at random. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease also note, the display stand pictured is for display purposes only and is not included in the sale.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730776559862,"sku":"GEBEL001","price":90.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/1_5d501163-aa8a-48d3-9905-fbfb53f67b9f.jpg?v=1779852700"},{"product_id":"nantan-meteorite-29g-china-1516","title":"Nantan Meteorite (China- 1516) 29g","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBring a piece of cosmic history into your collection with this genuine Nantan meteorite specimen. This nickel–iron meteorite fell near Nantan in Guangxi, China, in an observed fall dating back to around 1516 and was rediscovered in 1958 during searches for iron ore. Classified as an IAB‑MG coarse octahedrite, the Nantan fall produced an estimated total known weight of about 9,500 kg. A striking fragment of 4.5‑billion‑year‑old metal from the asteroid belt, this Nantan meteorite is a tangible reminder of our solar system’s violent early history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Nantan meteorite fragmented during atmospheric entry, scattering debris over a strewn field approximately 28 km long and 8 km wide. There is no single, large impact crater, as the object broke apart before a single mass hit the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual Specimen:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29g, 3.6cm x 2.6cm x 2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFloating Display Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case, In-depth information sheet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730778001654,"sku":"NAN008","price":150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/1_7ac635b5-addc-4cd1-8924-94ec00b8fcda.jpg?v=1779855360"},{"product_id":"nantan-meteorite-26-4g-china-1516","title":"Nantan Meteorite (China- 1516) 26.4g","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBring a piece of cosmic history into your collection with this genuine Nantan meteorite specimen. This nickel–iron meteorite fell near Nantan in Guangxi, China, in an observed fall dating back to around 1516 and was rediscovered in 1958 during searches for iron ore. Classified as an IAB‑MG coarse octahedrite, the Nantan fall produced an estimated total known weight of about 9,500 kg. A striking fragment of 4.5‑billion‑year‑old metal from the asteroid belt, this Nantan meteorite is a tangible reminder of our solar system’s violent early history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Nantan meteorite fragmented during atmospheric entry, scattering debris over a strewn field approximately 28 km long and 8 km wide. There is no single, large impact crater, as the object broke apart before a single mass hit the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual Specimen:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26.4g, 3.5cm x 3.3cm x 1.4cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFloating Display Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case, In-depth information sheet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730779443446,"sku":"NAN009","price":140.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/1_1c41e863-caf1-4347-b2bc-54c595b7dc05.jpg?v=1779851087"},{"product_id":"gebel-kamil-meteorite-egypt-5000-years-20-3g","title":"Gebel Kamil Meteorite (Egypt \u003c 5000 Years Old) 20g","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eOwn a fragment of an Egyptian meteorite impact with this remarkable \u003cstrong\u003eGebel Kamil iron meteorite\u003c\/strong\u003e. This specimen originates from a devastating crater-forming event that occurred less than 5,000 years ago in the remote \u003cstrong\u003eEast Uweinat desert of Egypt\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it one of the youngest well-preserved impact structures on Earth. The impact crater was accidentally discovered in 2009 by Italian researcher Vincenzo De Michele while viewing the East Uweinat region on Google Earth. A joint Italian-Egyptian expedition later mapped the site. The pristine 45-meter Kamil crater left behind thousands of shrapnel-like iron fragments scattered across the desert floor. \u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003eBecause of the extremely arid, isolated environment, the crater and the thousands of meteorite shards remain in pristine condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003eGebel Kamil is classified as an \"ungrouped iron meteorite\" and specifically as an ataxite, a rare \u003c\/span\u003enickel-rich type of iron meteorite. Gebel Kamil is highly prized by collectors for its unique, wind-ablated regmaglypts and its fascinating modern-day discovery story. Because it is an ataxite, it does not display the classic Widmanstätten crystalline pattern found in many other iron meteorites. Instead, it has a fine-grained, highly metallic matrix often noted for a unique \"lizard skin\" texture. It contains approximately 20% nickel and about 0.75% cobalt, along with trace minerals like schreibersite and troilite. The total mass recovered weighed around 1,600 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis individual specimen weighs 20.3 grams and measures approximately 3.3cm x 2.2cm x 0.8cm. \u003c\/span\u003e It is supplied in a protective membrane floating display case and includes a certificate of authenticity, making it a perfect gift for collectors, science enthusiasts, or anyone who wants to hold a genuine, rare piece of space history discovered in the sands of Egypt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"p-rc_61383340347dcd15-66\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Gebel Kamil meteorite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e East Uweinat Desert, Egypt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate Found:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19th February, 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified by Tom Kapitany and comes with an individual, numbered certificate of authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied in an attractive display case, ready for display or gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Measurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 3.5cm x 2.5cm x 1cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis is a rare opportunity to add an authenticated Egyptian meteorite to your collection in a beautifully presented format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730787897590,"sku":"GEBEL002","price":130.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/0_c14991d6-cda5-471a-a8b1-fdf536b5956e.jpg?v=1782437510"},{"product_id":"nwa-rumuruti-north-west-africa-6g-rm006","title":"*Rare* NWA Rumuruti Meteorite (North West Africa, 1934) 6g","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eOwn a piece of an incredibly rare and ancient planetary surface with this North West Africa (NWA) Rumuruti chondrite. Named after the historic 1934 Rumuruti fall in Kenya, \"R\" chondrites represent a highly distinct and elusive class of stony meteorites, accounting for less than 1% of all classified meteorites. Scientists believe these specimens originated from the highly oxidized, dust-covered surface (regolith) of a primitive asteroid. Unlike ordinary meteorites, Rumuruti chondrites are unique because they contain almost no free iron metal, instead locking their iron away in beautiful, nickel-rich sulfide grains and a highly oxidised silicate matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThis individual specimen weighs 6.0 grams. It displays the classic, complex internal structure and subtle chondrules typical of this fascinating class. It is supplied in a protective membrane floating display case and includes a certificate of authenticity, making it a highly prized addition for serious collectors, geology enthusiasts, or anyone wanting to own one of the rarest, most unique stony rock types in the solar system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNWA Rumuruti meteorite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e North West Africa, 1934\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified by Tom Kapitany and comes with an individual, numbered certificate of authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied in an attractive display case, ready for display or gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Measurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 27mm x 14mm x 11mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis is a rare opportunity to add an authenticated meteorite to your collection in a beautifully presented format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730790813942,"sku":"NWA001","price":130.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/1_d19767f2-9e80-4590-973b-1c0754dd97a5.jpg?v=1782437143"},{"product_id":"nwa-rumuruti-meteorite-north-west-africa-1934-7-3g-rare-rm004","title":"*Rare* NWA Rumuruti Meteorite (North West Africa, 1934) 7.3g","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eOwn a piece of an incredibly rare and ancient planetary surface with this North West Africa (NWA) Rumuruti chondrite. Named after the historic 1934 Rumuruti fall in Kenya, \"R\" chondrites represent a highly distinct and elusive class of stony meteorites, accounting for less than 1% of all classified meteorites. Scientists believe these specimens originated from the highly oxidized, dust-covered surface (regolith) of a primitive asteroid. Unlike ordinary meteorites, Rumuruti chondrites are unique because they contain almost no free iron metal, instead locking their iron away in beautiful, nickel-rich sulfide grains and a highly oxidised silicate matrix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThis individual specimen weighs 7.3 grams. It displays the classic, complex internal structure and subtle chondrules typical of this fascinating class. It is supplied in a protective membrane floating display case and includes a certificate of authenticity, making it a highly prized addition for serious collectors, geology enthusiasts, or anyone wanting to own one of the rarest, most unique stony rock types in the solar system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNWA Rumuruti meteorite\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocality:\u003c\/strong\u003e North West Africa, 1934\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertified by Tom Kapitany and comes with an individual, numbered certificate of authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied in an attractive display case, ready for display or gifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e Measures 7cm x 7cm x 2cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen Measurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 2.5mm x 2mm x 1.4mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis is a rare opportunity to add an authenticated meteorite to your collection in a beautifully presented format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal World","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50730792845558,"sku":"NWA002","price":160.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/0_8370c84d-3593-4c33-9e40-f41a0c6b0e76.jpg?v=1782436798"},{"product_id":"large-tumbled-tektite-assorted","title":"Tumbled Tektite- Large (Assorted)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFormed in the seconds following a hypervelocity meteorite impact, tektites are a unique form of natural glass.\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eThey are ejected from the Earth's crust following a meteorite impact, propelled into the atmosphere before solidifying and falling back to the surface. They are often considered \"secondary\" meteorites. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGeological and Chemical Composition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike obsidian, which is volcanic glass, tektites are classified as impact glasses or impactites. Their chemical signature is distinctively different from terrestrial rocks, showing a composition that is an amalgamation of target rock from the impact site and vaporized meteorite material. They are primarily composed of silica (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex-html\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003ei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"msupsub\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-t vlist-t2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-r\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pstrut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sizing reset-size6 size3 mtight\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mtight\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-s\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-r\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), with trace amounts of aluminium (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex-html\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003el\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"msupsub\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-t vlist-t2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-r\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pstrut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sizing reset-size6 size3 mtight\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mtight\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-s\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-r\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"msupsub\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-t vlist-t2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-r\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pstrut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sizing reset-size6 size3 mtight\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mtight\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-s\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist-r\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vlist\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), iron oxide (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"katex-html\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"strut\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003ee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mord mathnormal\"\u003eO\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e), and other elements. The intense heat of the impact, exceeding 2,000°C, melted and vitrified the rock, creating the unique, streamlined shapes and surface textures characteristic of these specimens.\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tumbling process, while smoothing the outer surface, does not alter the fundamental internal structure or composition. Each stone offers a direct link to a past extra-terrestrial event, a fossilized moment in geological time that provides invaluable data for planetary science and geochronology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note, the price is per tumbled tektite. The images show some of the specimens available. You will receive just one tektite which will be selected at random. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe size of each tektite varies in measurement, however each measures on average between 3-4.5cm, and weighs approximately 24-35g. \u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Geo Discoveries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51023260614902,"sku":"TEK002","price":18.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/1_0a26fe26-8937-434b-bc8e-cb1063f70908.jpg?v=1782439225"},{"product_id":"henbury-meteorite-in-gift-box-nt-australia-4-700-years-ago","title":"Henbury Meteorite (NT Australia- 4,700 Years Old)- Assorted Options","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003eHenbury\u003c\/b\u003e meteorite is a world-renowned group of iron meteorite impact sites that struck Earth approximately 4,700 years ago in the arid red heart of Australia's Northern Territory, on the Henbury Cattle Station. The site, located about 125 kilometres southwest of Alice Springs, features a tightly clustered strewn field containing 12 distinct impact craters, with the largest measuring 180 metres wide, and 15 metres deep. The original specimen was an iron-nickel meteorite which broke apart just before striking the surface, creating the multiple crater sites.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eFor thousands of years, the local Indigenous Arrernte people held a deep cultural memory of the event, naming the site \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"455\"\u003eChana\u003c\/i\u003e (\"place of fire\") and warning against visiting the area or drinking its rainwater, recognising it as a place where a fiery cosmic body met the Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe chemical composition of Henbury meteorites is predominantly iron (Fe) at roughly 92.5% and nickel (Ni) at 7.1%, with trace amounts of cobalt (Co), phosphorus (P), and rare elements like gallium and iridium. The original parent meteoroid is estimated to have weighed several tons before breaking apart under intense atmospheric pressure. Henbury holds a legendary status among scientists and collectors alike as one of the few places on Earth where a major meteorite impact directly intersects with ancient eyewitness recollections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackage includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e meteorite specimen, certificate of authenticity, collectors display case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note: The price is per meteorite in gift box, the size and appearance of each specimen differs slightly. Item will be selected at random.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 62\u003c\/span\u003eg (Including gift box)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMeasures 6.5cm x 5cm x 2.7cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/blogs\/news\/all-about-meteorites\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTo learn more about meteorites, read our in-depth blog here. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Geo Discoveries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51023437857014,"sku":"HEN001","price":180.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/files\/1_7556ef9c-e044-490a-9d7d-25fb59819350.jpg?v=1782441672"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/1352\/7542\/collections\/1_8c410ca9-5c9f-4034-98ce-02dab95ca8fa.jpg?v=1761371340","url":"https:\/\/littlestarshop.com.au\/collections\/meteorites-fossils-minerals.oembed?page=2","provider":"Little Star Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}